2009 Fiat Panda 1.4L Petrol · OE09 VRM

The vehicle presents a concerning trend of mechanical neglect characterized by the progression of structural corrosion and suspension fatigue. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 138,572 miles resulted in a pass, it was only after addressing multiple failures from the previous month. The presence of corrosion on both front and rear coil springs, alongside rear axle corrosion, indicates that the underbody is suffering from significant environmental degradation. The recurring mention of heavy corrosion on the rear sub-frame suggests that the structural integrity of the chassis is in a stable but deteriorating state. At 138,572 miles over 17 years, the Panda averages approximately 8,150 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage for a city car of this age. The data shows consistent annual testing with roughly 2,600 miles covered between July 2023 and July 2024, and another 3,600 miles in the following year. However, the low annual mileage does not offset the age-related decay of rubber components and metalwork, which appear to be failing prematurely given the MOT records. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear sub-frame and axle to determine if the heavy corrosion has progressed to a point of structural weakness. The history shows a pattern of ignored issues like stretched brake hoses and imbalanced brakes, suggesting that the braking system is maintained only when testing fails rather than through preventative care. Particular attention should be paid to the offside front shock absorber which shows signs of oil leakage, and the condition of the tyres, as previous records noted perishing. The repeated failure of suspension bump stops and ball joint covers indicates that the suspension assembly is reaching the end of its functional life.